Our Approach to Cancer Care
At CAMC, our patients are at the center of everything we do. Our experience, expertise and advanced technology ensure that we are equipped to provide patients with a level of care you won’t find at other hospitals. That includes:
- Medical and radiation oncologists who specialize in specific cancer types
- The most experienced cancer surgeons in West Virginia
- Dedicated nurses who specialize in treating cancer patients
- Board certified oncology pharmacists
- Social workers who can help you understand your care plan, get financial assistance, find transportation and more
- Psychologists and support groups to provide emotional support
- Access to the latest clinical trials for state-of-the-art cancer care opportunities
Our team works together so that your care is coordinated and convenient. We create a personalized care plan to treat your cancer. This plan is overseen by your doctors, nurses and entire care team to ensure that every option is considered and your needs are being met.
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Oncology
Oncology is a department of specialists employed by CAMC that offers the services represented on this page.
What Sets Us Apart
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More experience than anyone else
We treat more people with cancer than any other hospital in West Virginia. Research has shown that more experience can lead to better outcomes, especially for complex procedures.
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Nationally-recognized quality
Since 1947, CAMC’s cancer program has been accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. Only one-third of cancer programs nationwide receive this accreditation, which certifies that a program has met or surpassed 34 quality care standards.
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Cancer centers designed around you
The CAMC Cancer Center was specially designed to inspire hope and promote healing. The beautiful, light-filled space houses CAMC’s adult cancer services, including physician offices and exam rooms, infusion/chemotherapy and radiation oncology. The CAMC Cancer Center in Teays Valley brings our high standard of care to patients across Putnam County. And our Children’s Cancer Center at CAMC Women and Children’s Hospital is designed around children’s needs and comforts, right down to the gaming systems and TVs in every room.
Our Recognitions
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U.S. News & World Report
Named a High Performing Hospital for Colon Cancer Surgery in 2022-23 by U.S. News & World Report.